Overview
Kitagi Island is one of the Kasaoka Islands scattered across the Seto Inland Sea and belongs to Kasaoka City in Okayama Prefecture. It lies roughly 15 kilometers south of Kasaoka Port and forms the administrative district of Kitagishima-cho.
Highlights
- ●An inhabited island within the Kasaoka Islands in the Seto Inland Sea
- ●Located about 15 kilometers south of Kasaoka Port
- ●Forms the Kitagishima-cho district of Kasaoka City, Okayama
- ●Seto Inland Sea scenery shared with the neighboring Kasaoka Islands
History
As one of the islands making up the Kasaoka Islands group, Kitagi Island has long been connected to the mainland through Kasaoka Port, a hub for maritime transport in the area. Administratively, the entire island is organized as Kitagishima-cho within Kasaoka City.
Access
The mainland gateway to the island is Kasaoka Port, from which Kitagi Island lies about 15 kilometers out to sea. Since reaching the island requires a boat crossing, it is best to check current ferry schedules through Kasaoka City or the relevant operator before setting out.
Best season
Being an island in the Seto Inland Sea, how easy the crossing is can depend on sea conditions and weather. It is advisable to choose a period of calm weather and confirm sailing information in advance.
Map
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Suggested itinerary
- 1Take a boat from Kasaoka Port over to Kitagi Island
- 2Walk around the settlement near the island's harbor
- 3Follow the coastal road to take in views of the Seto Inland Sea
- 4Check the return sailing time and head back to Kasaoka Port
Did you know?
💡 Kitagi Island lends its name to the administrative district Kitagishima-cho within Kasaoka City. It sits among the other islands of the Kasaoka Islands group, scattered across the Seto Inland Sea.
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